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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240615
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SUMMARY:Beef Butchering Workshop :: Non-HOA Event
DESCRIPTION: Come join Luke Dougherty and Brian Burke in a beef butchering workshop on June 15 and 22nd. The first Saturday will be dispatch day\, where the steer will be dispatched into quarters. The day will start at the Monastery where Shawn and Beth Dougherty farm and end with lunch at Brian’s farm\, where the quarters will hang for the week.  Shawn and Beth will be joining participants for lunch on Saturday. \nThe second Saturday will be processing day\, where participants will learn how to break the quarters into recognizable and usable cuts. This will be done at Brian’s farm\, where he and Luke have held their past butcher workshops\, utilizing hand tools for processing. The second Saturday will include lunch and dinner.  \nPlease note that this event is an opportunity to learn the basics of butchering and processing the meat. Participants will not be taking meat home with them from this event. \n\nLearn More Here\n\nThis event is not hosted by Homesteaders of America. Please contact The Healing Land for more information. 
URL:https://homesteadersofamerica.com/event/beef-butchering-workshop-non-hoa-event/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Non-HoA Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Healing Land":MAILTO:thehealingland.com@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241011
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SUMMARY:2024 Homesteaders of America Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our largest annual event where you will learn about real homesteading from real people in real life! \nBuy tickets here!
URL:https://homesteadersofamerica.com/event/2024-homesteaders-of-america-conference/
LOCATION:Warren County Fairgrounds\, 26 Fairground Road\, Front Royal\, VA\, 22630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Homesteaders of America":MAILTO:thehomestead@homesteadersofamerica.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241110
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SUMMARY:The Homestead Women's Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Gather with like-minded women for a weekend of inspiration\, encouragement\, and shared knowledge! \nBuy tickets here!
URL:https://homesteadersofamerica.com/event/the-homestead-womens-retreat/
LOCATION:Polyface Farm\, 43 Pure Meadows Lane\, Swoope\, VA\, 24479\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241110
DTSTAMP:20240716T140116Z
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SUMMARY:Rogue Food Conference:: Non-HOA Event
DESCRIPTION:Soaring food prices\, radio ID tracking of animals\, raids on food co-ops\, vaccines in various vegetables… Rogue Food was founded by HOA speakers Joel Salatin and John Moody to educate\, equip\, and encourage folks to say enough is enough\, and do something to help restore food freedom and fairness to the food system.  \n Join them this November to learn about effective activism\, buying clubs and coops\, food churches\, emotional support chickens\, educational butchering options outside the meat inspection system\, and so much more.  \n Learn from folks who have successfully fought the government and walked away winners.  \n Enjoy real food meals along with an array of attendee gifts from RFC sponsors and vendors\, along with opportunities to expand your knowledge and your network to make food freedom a reality right where you are! \nUse code “HOA10” for $10 off any one or two-day ticket! \nThis is a non-HOA event. For questions\, contact admin@roguefoodconference.com.
URL:https://homesteadersofamerica.com/event/rogue-food-conference-non-hoa-event-2/
LOCATION:The Met Church\, 11301 N Riverside Dr\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76244\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non-HoA Event
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SUMMARY:2025 Homestead in a Weekend event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an intensive weekend at Polyface Farm where you will learn hands-on skills from some of the most knowledgable homesteaders in the US!
URL:https://homesteadersofamerica.com/event/2025-homestead-in-a-weekend-event/
LOCATION:Polyface Farm\, 43 Pure Meadows Lane\, Swoope\, VA\, 24479\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T080000
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SUMMARY:2025 Homesteaders of America Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our largest annual event where you will learn about real homesteading from real people in real life! Buy tickets here!
URL:https://homesteadersofamerica.com/event/2025-homesteaders-of-america-conference/
LOCATION:Warren County Fairgrounds\, 26 Fairground Road\, Front Royal\, VA\, 22630\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T080000
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SUMMARY:2026 Learn to Homestead in a weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an intensive weekend at Polyface Farm where you will learn hands-on skills from some of the most knowledgeable homesteaders in the US!
URL:https://homesteadersofamerica.com/event/2026-learn-to-homestead-in-a-weekend/
LOCATION:Polyface Farm\, 43 Pure Meadows Lane\, Swoope\, VA\, 24479\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T080000
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SUMMARY:2026 Homesteaders of America Conference
DESCRIPTION:Learn\, Connect\, and Grow Alongside the Homesteading Community\n\n\n\nJoin us for the 2026 Homesteaders of America Conference\, our largest annual gathering of homesteaders\, farmers\, families\, educators\, and homestead-minded businesses. \n\n\n\nHeld October 9–10 at the Warren County Fairgrounds in Front Royal\, Virginia\, this two-day event brings practical homesteading education and genuine community together in one place. Whether you are planning your first homestead\, building skills on an established property\, or simply looking for a more self-sufficient way of life\, you will find encouragement and useful information for your next step. \n\n\n\nGrab Your tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\nThe conference weekend will include: \n\n\n\n\nMore than 30 educational lectures and demonstrations\n\n\n\nExperienced teachers from across the homesteading community\n\n\n\nTopics covering livestock\, gardening\, food preservation\, natural health\, homestead business\, traditional skills\, and more\n\n\n\nHomestead vendors\, sponsors\, food\, and resources\n\n\n\nOpportunities to meet other homesteaders from around the country\n\n\n\nFamily-friendly learning\, including optional Kidsteader classes\n\n\n\nFree parking at the fairgrounds\n\n\n\n\nThis is an outdoor\, rain-or-shine event held at a working fairground. Come prepared for changing weather\, field parking\, plenty of walking\, and two full days of learning and fellowship. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\nDates: Friday and Saturday\, October 9–10\, 2026\n\n\n\nTime: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM each day\n\n\n\nLocation: Warren County Fairgrounds\n\n\n\nAddress: 26 Fairground Road\, Front Royal\, Virginia 22630\n\n\n\n\nChildren ages 11 and under receive free conference admission but still need a ticket. Discounted tickets are available for children ages 12–17. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlan Your Conference Weekend\n\n\n\nVisit the complete conference page to explore: \n\n\n\n\nConfirmed speakers and session topics\n\n\n\nThe full conference schedule\n\n\n\nTicket options and policies\n\n\n\nThursday workshops\n\n\n\nKidsteader classes\n\n\n\nDinner with the Speakers\n\n\n\nTravel and planning information\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Conference Details & Get tickets\n\n\n\nTickets will not be sold at the gate\, and this event is expected to sell out. Advance purchase is required.
URL:https://homesteadersofamerica.com/event/2026-homesteaders-of-america-conference/
LOCATION:Warren County Fairgrounds\, 26 Fairground Road\, Front Royal\, VA\, 22630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Homesteaders of America":MAILTO:thehomestead@homesteadersofamerica.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T160000
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SUMMARY:2026 Homestead Women’s Retreat: A Wise Woman Builds
DESCRIPTION:Practical Skills\, Shared Wisdom\, and Meaningful Community\n\n\n\nJoin us for A Wise Woman Builds\, the 2026 Homestead Women’s Retreat\, held November 13–14 in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. \n\n\n\nThis intimate\, two-day gathering invites women of all ages and stages of life to learn practical skills\, share hard-earned wisdom\, and build relationships with others who understand the work of creating a home\, homestead\, family\, or business. \n\n\n\nWhether you are an experienced homesteader\, a beginner building your first set of skills\, a young woman preparing for the future\, a mother raising a family\, or a grandmother ready to pass along what you have learned\, you are welcome here. \n\n\n\nReserve Your retreat ticket\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\nThis retreat is intentionally limited to only 120 women\, allowing for a more personal learning experience than a large conference. The weekend will include: \n\n\n\n\nLarge-group teaching sessions \n\n\n\nSmall\, mentorship-style breakout classes \n\n\n\nHands-on projects and practical demonstrations \n\n\n\nOpportunities to ask questions and learn directly from experienced women \n\n\n\nConversations with homesteaders\, homemakers\, farmers\, mothers\, and entrepreneurs \n\n\n\nLunch on Friday and Saturday \n\n\n\nFriday evening dinner and fellowship \n\n\n\nAn all-day coffee and tea bar\n\n\n\n\nTopics will include homemaking\, traditional food skills\, dairy\, cheesemaking\, sewing\, mending\, crochet\, herbalism\, gardening\, nutrition\, parenting\, homestead business\, family systems\, entrepreneurship\, and more. \n\n\n\nThe goal is to help women become more capable and confident in the work they are called to do\, while creating space for older and younger generations to learn from one another. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\nDates: Friday and Saturday\, November 13–14\, 2026\n\n\n\nTime: Friday at 8:00 AM through Saturday at 4:00 PM\n\n\n\nLocation: The State House\n\n\n\nAddress: 9357 N. Congress Street\, New Market\, Virginia 22844\n\n\n\n\nThis is a women-only event. Nursing babies and calm\, lap-sitting toddlers are welcome\, but the intimate indoor venue does not have room for children to play or move around during sessions. \n\n\n\n\nPlease note: The State House is a historic building with stairs throughout and is not wheelchair accessible. Parking is available on the street\, at a nearby church\, and in public parking areas around the corner. Please review all venue\, registration\, and attendance information on the complete retreat page before purchasing your ticket. \n\n\n\n\nIncluded With Your Ticket\n\n\n\nRegular retreat admission includes: \n\n\n\n\nTwo full days of teaching and fellowship\n\n\n\nAccess to large-group sessions\n\n\n\nAccess to small breakout sessions\n\n\n\nLunch on both days\n\n\n\nFriday evening dinner\n\n\n\nA retreat swag bag\n\n\n\nThe opportunity to complete a two-hour herbalist certificate if that session is selected\n\n\n\n\nVIP admission also includes access to a private speaker question-and-answer session. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore the Retreat\n\n\n\nVisit the complete retreat page to see: \n\n\n\n\nThe featured teachers\n\n\n\nThe full list of topics\n\n\n\nTicket options\n\n\n\nBreakout session information\n\n\n\nThe event schedule\n\n\n\nMeal details\n\n\n\nVenue photographs\n\n\n\nImportant accessibility and parking information\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Retreat Details & Get tickets\n\n\n\nOnly 120 tickets are available\, and tickets are non-refundable. Advance registration is required.
URL:https://homesteadersofamerica.com/event/homestead-womens-retreat/
LOCATION:The State House\, 9357 N Congress St\, New Market\, VA\, 22844\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Homesteaders of America":MAILTO:thehomestead@homesteadersofamerica.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270503T080000
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SUMMARY:From Homestead to Legacy Conference
DESCRIPTION:From Homestead to Legacy is a three-day intensive learning experience for those who are ready to build a productive\, resilient\, and legacy or generational homestead. ONLY 500 SEATS AVAILABLE.
URL:https://homesteadersofamerica.com/event/from-homestead-to-legacy-conference/
LOCATION:Warren County Fairgrounds\, 26 Fairground Road\, Front Royal\, VA\, 22630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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